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· October 2025
What an expérience, 2 Nights here felt like a week. You know the expérience was good when you forget your life problem. It was beautiful
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Titouan C.
2 months on Hipcamp
We stayed here while mountain biking the Heart of the Greens loop on the Velomont trail. It was the perfect spot. The stars were amazing, sunrise was fantastic and the descent in the morning was great. Matt was responsive and recommended some great trails. I want to back already.
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Kyle M.
3 reviews
A stone phantom lays atop the hill,
Far away yet near the pulse.
A richly loved and stocked stone hut
Stands testament to hands and hearts.
Well water to quench the thirst and cook,
Logs to crack apart and warm the bones.
Mattresses solid to cradle to sleep.
Books to occupy a seeking mind,
Tools and woods to occupy seeking hands.
Bring food, clothes, bedding, fuel (if you don’t want to cook only on wood), power packs to charge devices, headlamps are always good, and an exploring soul. The mountains will mold you.
Alex V.
6 reviews
Thank you to the private owner and steward of this incredible land. Feeling very grateful they have so generously opened this property to the public and have invited strangers to stay in and use their spaces. Matthew the steward, does a great job on the trail system and maintaining Shreks.
We (2 adults) spent 3 nights with our 2 (almost 3) year old. The hike up is easy and straightforward. Our toddler made the trek to and from the car many times without assistance. The climb up is gradual thanks to rollers, berms and switchbacks. The green and blue trails are very doable with a shotgun bike seat. The hike up with packs and a toddler took us about 35/40 minutes. The hike down about 25 minutes. This was much faster when we were carrying our toddler.
The cabin has everything you need. Which is a great reminder of how little we actually need. We had enough water provided by the Matthew, wood to warm us through 3 cold and windy nights and enough battery lights that we rarely used our headlamps. We played with rocks, colored, watched the ruby crowned kinglets and juncos frolic in the wildflowers, enjoyed the provided games and books and watched the moon and milkyway rise. We hiked and biked. We cooked on the potbelly but also used our own stove as it's faster but you certainly could do all your cooking on the potbelly. The bottom bunk will fit two zlite pads sides by side. The view is stunning. A truly special place.
Erin G.
2 years on Hipcamp
Lovely spot. The well equipped cabin was a treat. Loved the potbelly stove. Appreciated the low key signage but it can be a challenge if hiking in after dark. This is a very special place.
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Rebecca S.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
I truly have no words for how amazing this place is. The hike up is fun and the views are breathtaking taking. Having a fire in the chimney while the sun came up was a special experience. Cannot wait to come back!
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Derek M.
5 reviews
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· September 2025
With kids ·
Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut
This was my sixth visit eto Shrek's hut and as always, I found it to be a magical place. Cooking and lounging items are all curated so it feels like anyting that you might need is there. View was lovely, we enjoyed talking to others who had made their way to the top and we hope to be back again soon!
Stephanie A.
12 reviews
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· September 2025
I didn't sleep because I couldn't miss the sunset, moonrise, stars galore, and the undercast sunrise. We were even were lucky enough to catch the aurora. We couldn't believe it was real life!
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Joan A.
3 reviews
It was wonderful spending time alone at Shrek's Cabin. Matt did a great job setting it up with everything I needed to have a great stay.
Over the years participating in Spartan events, I have spend many nights at Shrek's but never stayed IN it. It was nice finally experiencing the inside.
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Ozzie M.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
It really is magical! We had a great time! Definitely worth another visit. The amount of supplies on site allowed us to pack light for the night.
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Felicia F.
2 reviews
Transcendent, singular, well-maintained, and right on the trails! Has to be experienced.
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Luke D.
4 months on Hipcamp
We stayed to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Living locally, biking up to Shrek’s on the GMT was an already a familiar experience. If the lore of this mystical stone hut and magical location didn’t already inspire you to reflect on how you integrate with nature, staying overnight certainly would. It’s transformational. Just ditch that packing list…. Go back to basics. It’s best to enjoy the experience just by letting go. Shrek’s offers far more than you know…
Find appreciation in the small things. Read wisdom on the rocks. Allow yourself to feel small, staring up at an ocean of stars. Feel love through the Sunrise, sunset, moon-lit landscapes, soaring Redtails & shooting stars….
Breathe deep. Listen & observe like the owls surrounding you.
It’s like a pause button for your life. You’ll wish you reserved more days… .
Shrek’s is more than ample amenities, thoughtfully stocked items to pass the time —Be it alone in quiet solitude, or sharing laughs with a friend by the fire.
Find your solitude. Walk in balance.
Be good. Do good. God bless. Go Bills.
D+E@23
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David W.
7 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Group trip ·
Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut
Great spot! We had a fantastic time! Thanks Matthew!
Doug D.
2 years on Hipcamp
My partner and I spent the evening! Beautiful spot with incredible views, but the hike in was tougher than I expected—1.3 miles of steep switchbacks, about a 30–40 minute walk. I wish that was made clearer so we could have packed better (backpacks only—don’t try a cart). The hut was hot at night, and with no opening windows, it stayed stuffy even though it cooled off significantly. We didn’t get the sunrise I’d hoped for due to rain, but being literally in the clouds and catching a bit of a starry sky was still magical. Worth it if you’re prepared, but know what you’re getting into!
Susie F.
19 reviews
Shrek's Cabin on Matthew's land is a special camping experience. Fantastic views of the Green Mountains. Communication with Matthew was great and everything worked as promised. Everyone deserves a night in this special place.
Steve T.
1 year on Hipcamp
I really enjoyed my stay at Shrek's! I'm fairly new to the area and found the trek to get there a bit challenging with my food and belongings. Once I arrived to the top everything was absolutely worth it. I booked my stay on a perfect clear day and the view of the green mountains was simply breathtaking. The fire pit was amazing and the camp meal turned out superb! I highly recommend stopping at the local general store for breakfast! Thank you Matthew for sharing this gem of a place for others to enjoy!
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David K.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
I greatly enjoyed my experience at the hut for a night! The hike was easy and pleasant, the views at the top amazing, and the hut perfectly rustic. Tons of supplies inside, I was wishing I would have brought ingredients to cook a meal using the stove. Sunrise definitely did not disappoint, either!
Todd K.
3 reviews
Had a wonderful 2 nights staying at shreks cabin. Beautiful trails to hike, easy hiking. Signage could be a little better. Cabin had everything we needed and it was furnished like it was described. Clean camp. Beautiful views. One warning! If it’s hot out the cabin has no ventilation and you will roast in it. Needs to have windows that open. Would go back again but only on cooler weather.
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Craig C.
9 months on Hipcamp
This spot was absolutely gorgeous and super whimsical. We loved reading through the story of Shrek’s Hut as told by fellow guests. The inside wood stove was super warm, I can imagine it being soooo cozy in the winter time.
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Brooke I.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
It was an easy hike in, and the cook gear provided at the hut was great! The view is great to see out your front door.
Aaron A.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
Great little hut in the woods! It had all the essentials as well as various games and entertainment. We went during a rainy day so it was nice to stay dry. Solar lights did not work when we went, but there were several lanterns. It got stuffy in there at night, so a little window crack could be nice. Worth the view!
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Ashley C.
4 years on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
Group trip ·
Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut
Staying at Shrek’s has become an annual event. Such a lovely spot stocked with everything you could ever need.
Alexis (Lexi) S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
With kids ·
Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut
very cool mountain top cabin. would stay again!!!
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Chris S.
2 reviews
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· April 2025
With kids ·
Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut
We loved the stone hut so much, it was so cute and clean, and the view is amazing. My 7 yrs girl enjoyed the rock paintings a lot! Would love to go back soon! Thanks Matthew for sharing this lovely space with us.
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Arya R.
5 reviews
Mixed feelings
· April 2025
I’ve been coming to Shreks for over 10 years now. Place is great. Wish people didn’t color on the rocks and kept it wild. Noticed there’s more houses built north. All in all great spot.
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David S.
4 reviews
Matthew‘s cabin was exactly what we were looking for. Even though it was cool w/ a bit of rain here & there, the stove kept us warm. Plenty of trails to explore. And the breakfast sandwiches at the general store made it onto my Top 3 Breaky Sandwiches of All Time list, which is robust. Great time all around
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Kevin H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Our visit was amazing! We stayed there during an ice storm, which made the surroundings and the hike look like Narnia. The fire kept us cozy and the views were glorious. One of the most beautiful hikes of our lives.
Kathryn S.
15 reviews
I just spend two nights at Shrek's cabin and it was just what I needed- easy to get to, yet somehow remote and quiet at the same time! I'm sure it would be even more fun in better weather, but better weather probably means more "visitors" and that's not what I was looking for on this trip.
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S S.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
With kids ·
Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut
Lovely time at the cabin. So much enjoyment cooking all of our food using the wood stove.
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Michael I.
3 reviews
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· March 2025
Shrek’s was everything we could have hoped for. So cozy and well provisioned with cooking and comfort essentials. 10/10!
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Jackson S.
1 year on Hipcamp
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Pittsfield, Windsor, Vermont, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Matthew B.
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